Race day is almost here… are you feeling ready? If you’ve been searching for 5K race day tips, you’re not alone. Most runners start to second-guess themselves in the final 24 hours: Did I train enough? What should I do today? What if I go out too fast? The good news is—you don’t need a […]
If you’re running the Tokyo Marathon for the first time, understanding the race logistics ahead of time can make a huge difference on race day. From navigating start gates to hydration stations and corrals, there are several details that first-time runners often don’t realize until they arrive. After running the 2026 Tokyo Marathon, I wanted […]
Introduction For many breast cancer survivors, hormone therapy is a crucial part of long-term treatment, but it’s not without its challenges—especially for endurance athletes. As someone who relied on running to reclaim health and purpose after a breast cancer diagnosis, I learned firsthand how treatments like Anastrozole or Tamoxifen can impact athletic performance. This post […]
Overcoming Breast Cancer and Chasing Marathon Dreams When I was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer in 2021, my life changed in an instant. In addition to facing the physical challenges of treatment, I grappled with the emotional toll of an uncertain future. Yet, three years later, in 2024, I found myself not just running […]
Do you know how to increase your running cadence to prevent injury? Read on to find out! What Is Running Cadence and Why Does It Matter? Running cadence refers to the number of steps you take per minute while running. A higher cadence improves performance and reduces injury risk, as it leads to better running […]
INTRODUCTION As a seasoned runner and running coach, I have had the pleasure of witnessing the transformative impact of audio-guided workouts on both my own performance and the running journeys of countless individuals. In this blog post, I will help you understand the numerous benefits you can achieve by incorporating audio-guided workouts into your training […]
Cadence as a Training Tool The first thing many runners do when they sign up for a race where they want to set a PR (personal record) or get on the podium in their age group is to find a training plan to follow. There’s nothing wrong with downloading a free training plan off the […]
In this post, you will learn about the research that supports running with music. This is Part 2 of my series on Running with Music. Read Part 1, Is Listening to Music While Running OK? The Psychological Effects of Music Dr. Costas Karageorghis, deputy head of research of the School of Sport and Education at […]
Naseba Naru: Try and You Will Succeed That’s 55-year-old Naomi Kamasawa’s mantra, now that she’s started running to get healthy. But it wasn’t always like this. “I would say I HATED that season…” –Naomi Kamasawa It all started back in Japan when Naomi was a child. “In Japan, elementary schools usually have long-distance running events […]